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Jungle Cruise boat takes on water at Disney’s Magic Kingdom

BAY LAKE, Fla. — A Jungle Cruise boat took on water at Disney’s Magic Kingdom Thursday afternoon, Disney officials said.

A Disney spokesperson said a boat took on some water and everyone was able to get out of the boat safely.

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The Reedy Creek Fire Department responded to the incident and helped rescue the guests.

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The company said it worked with guests individually so they could enjoy the rest of their day at the park.

The attraction has since reopened.

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Guests shared photos of the incident on Facebook and Twitter.

Katlyn Brieskorn, WFTV.com

Katlyn Brieskorn is a Digital Assignment Editor at WFTV. She joined Channel 9 in July 2019.